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JOB OPENING: FULL-TIME CHIMPANZEE CAREGIVER

14 August 2016
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JOB OPENING: FULL-TIME CHIMPANZEE CAREGIVER

Job Opening: Full-time Chimpanzee Caregiver

Open: Immediately

Closed: When filled

Position Description:

Project Chimps is located on 236-acres of forest in the Blue Ridge Mountains of rural northern Georgia. Project Chimps is seeking a full-time chimpanzee caregiver who is committed to our mission of providing the highest standard of lifetime sanctuary care to chimpanzees in need. The caregiver will be interacting with the chimpanzees daily and working in close proximity. This position reports directly to the Manager of Chimpanzee Care.

General Duties:

Serve and prepare chimpanzees’ meals

Develop, create, and distribute enrichment

Clean indoor and outdoor chimpanzee areas

Distribute individual medications as directed by the veterinarian

Regular behavioral observations of chimpanzees

Record and evaluate chimpanzees’ physical, social, and psychological wellness

Implement behavioral training sessions when instructed

Above job duties are not intended to be all-inclusive

Required Qualifications/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree

At least 2 years of experience caring for great apes in a captive setting

Have a philosophy of care which complements Project Chimps’ mission

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in variable weather conditions as well as in physically demanding terrain

Tuberculosis testing and mandatory vaccinations will be covered by employer

Contact Info:

To formally apply, please indicate the position for which you are applying and submit a cover letter with salary requirements, resume/CV, and list of three professional references to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Attn: Manager of Chimpanzee Care” in the subject line.